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Silva was operating in his favourite area for the second 45 minutes, but it was noticeable how often Jordan Henderson and Joe Allen were swivelling their heads to make sure there no spaces for him to exploit between Liverpool’s defence and midfield.

Liverpool look as well equipped as any side to take that final Champions League spot now. They've stopped conceding goals, have found a system that works for their players and have their high intensity game back.

Liverpool's recent run of results puts them top of the Premier League form table. In Europe's top five leagues, only Wolfsburg have averaged more points per game this calendar year than the Anfield side.